4km road in Uttarakhand to cut distance to China border
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4km road in Uttarakhand to cut distance to China border

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), under the aegis of the Indian Army, is set to embark on the construction of a critical 4-kilometer double-lane road that will connect to the Gangotri national highway in Uttarkashi district. This development aims to bypass a challenging 21-kilometer stretch of the highway at Sukki Top, notorious for its steep inclines, which often pose difficulties for vehicles traversing the route.

Upon completion, the new road will serve a dual purpose: first, it will significantly reduce the distance to the revered Gangotri shrine, one of the Char Dhams, by approximately 10 kilometers. Second, it will facilitate smoother movement for military convoys heading towards the India-China border in the Nelong Valley region, contributing to enhanced strategic mobility.

Vivek Shrivastav, Commandant of the BRO, shared insights into the project's progress, stating, ""After a recent survey, a proposal for constructing the bypass route was finalized. We are currently preparing a detailed project report (DPR), and construction work is expected to commence next year. This project will be an integral component of the Char Dham all-weather road initiative."" Shrivastav further disclosed that the bypass would include the construction of a bridge spanning the Ganga-Bhagirathi river en route to Sukki village, ultimately linking with the existing highway near Jhala bridge.

The initiative underscores the BRO's commitment to improving connectivity in challenging terrain, bolstering accessibility to sacred pilgrimage sites, and fortifying logistical support for military deployments in strategically vital border regions.

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), under the aegis of the Indian Army, is set to embark on the construction of a critical 4-kilometer double-lane road that will connect to the Gangotri national highway in Uttarkashi district. This development aims to bypass a challenging 21-kilometer stretch of the highway at Sukki Top, notorious for its steep inclines, which often pose difficulties for vehicles traversing the route.Upon completion, the new road will serve a dual purpose: first, it will significantly reduce the distance to the revered Gangotri shrine, one of the Char Dhams, by approximately 10 kilometers. Second, it will facilitate smoother movement for military convoys heading towards the India-China border in the Nelong Valley region, contributing to enhanced strategic mobility.Vivek Shrivastav, Commandant of the BRO, shared insights into the project's progress, stating, After a recent survey, a proposal for constructing the bypass route was finalized. We are currently preparing a detailed project report (DPR), and construction work is expected to commence next year. This project will be an integral component of the Char Dham all-weather road initiative. Shrivastav further disclosed that the bypass would include the construction of a bridge spanning the Ganga-Bhagirathi river en route to Sukki village, ultimately linking with the existing highway near Jhala bridge.The initiative underscores the BRO's commitment to improving connectivity in challenging terrain, bolstering accessibility to sacred pilgrimage sites, and fortifying logistical support for military deployments in strategically vital border regions.

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